
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Albuquerque Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $650 (46 Rentals)
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Nine-O-Nine Apartments

Sunrise Bank

873-895 Silver Ave SW

800 Kent Ave NW

200-208 10th St NW

1216 Gold Ave SW
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1114 Gold Ave SW

1100 Gold Ave SW

805 Tijeras Ave NW

204-210 12th St SW

1123 Silver Ave SW

1204 Silver Ave SW

913 Copper Ave NW

1021 Silver Ave SW

909-911 Gold Ave SW
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1111 Silver Ave SW

1107 Tijeras NW

504 14th St SW

311-319 12th St SW

1413 Fruit Ave NW

1023 Central Ave NW

1017-1025 Fruit Ave NW

201 11th St NW
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300-306 12th St SW

1008 Central Ave NW

720 Roma Ave NW

902 Tijeras Ave NW

1210 Central Ave NW

711 Roma Ave NW

401 14th St SW

400 11th St NW

1404 Silver Ave SW
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510 2nd St NW

La Plata Manor

709 Roma Ave NW
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601 8th St NW
Downtown Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Albuquerque?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Albuquerque Studio Apartments | $1,027 | $750 | $1,800 |
| Downtown Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $1,054 | $1,695 |
| Downtown Albuquerque 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $1,395 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Albuquerque Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Albuquerque Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Albuquerque area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Silver Moon Lodge priced from $897. Nine-O-Nine Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Downtown Albuquerque apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Moon Lodge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| Nine-O-Nine Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 505 Central Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 228 16th St NW | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| One Central | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| Huning Castle Apartments | Balmoral Building A & B | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albuquerque, NM
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albuquerque area is the $1.76 price per square foot Studio Model at 505 Central Lofts in the in the Netherwood Park neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Downtown Albuquerque apartment is the 2x2 A Model at One Central starting at $1,600 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Netherwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Albuquerque apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 505 Central Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
| One Central | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Nine-O-Nine Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Huning Castle Apartments | Balmoral Building A & B | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 228 16th St NW | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Silver Moon Lodge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Albuquerque Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Albuquerque?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Albuquerque is at Silver Moon Lodge listed at $897.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albuquerque Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albuquerque Apartment is $956 at Silver Moon Lodge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Albuquerque Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Albuquerque is starting from $1,395 at Nine-O-Nine Apartments.
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